Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One during his Asia tour, President Donald Trump suggested he’s willing to meet with Democrats on health care after the federal government reopens.
“I’d say, open up the government and we’ll work it out,” he told reporters.
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to journalists aboard Air Force One en route to South Korea on October 29, 2025 in Japan. Trump is traveling to South Korea for the APEC meetings, following an appearance at the ASEAN summit in Malaysia, and a trip to Japan, where he called on Japanese Emperor Naruhito and new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
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After the government reopens, Trump suggested he’d work together with Democrats on proposals aimed at lowering profits for insurance companies.
“That’s something I think that could come out of this with the Democrats,” he told reporters. “Work with the Democrats, because right now, the insurance companies are making too much money, and they’re making a fortune, and the health care, Obamacare, is … poor, and the premiums are ridiculous.”
He added, “I think it’s a great time for the Republicans and Democrats to get together and make something that will work and let the insurance companies make money. They’re entitled to that, but not the kind of money that they’re making.”
-ABC News’ Lalee Ibssa
